In a crucial Premier League encounter, Manchester City dispatched Crystal Palace 3-0, showcasing the depth and resilience that has become their trademark under Pep Guardiola. This match was originally postponed due to City's Carabao Cup final appearance back in March, meaning both City and Arsenal have now played 36 games each.

While Arsenal can still secure the title by winning their remaining two matches—or even earlier if they beat Burnley on Monday and City falter against Bournemouth the following day—City's commanding performance sent a clear message: the title race is far from over. The Gunners may need to earn it themselves rather than relying on slip-ups.

Guardiola made several changes to his starting XI, but the squad's quality shone through. Phil Foden, who had been limited to just three starts in City's last 13 matches, seized his opportunity with two brilliant assists in the first half. His first was a moment of pure magic—a deft piece of skill that set up Antione Semenyo to end a five-game goal drought. The second was a perfectly weighted pass across the box, allowing Omar Marmoush to bundle home his eighth goal of the campaign.

There was also a welcome return for Josko Gvardiol, who played his first match since January 4 after recovering from a broken shinbone. The Croatian almost marked his comeback with a goal, only to see his powerful header brilliantly saved by Crystal Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson.

With the Carabao Cup already secured at Wembley this season, City now turn their attention to Saturday's FA Cup final. The question on everyone's lips: can they complete a historic domestic treble by May 24? For now, Foden's fine form suggests City are peaking at exactly the right time.